Federal authorities are investigating the gruesome decapitation of a sea lion found on a Bodega Bay beach on Christmas Day. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has offered a reward of up to $20,000 for information regarding the incident. An eyewitness reported seeing a man use a knife to decapitate the sea lion and dispose of the head, raising concerns about human violence against protected marine life. Sea lions are safeguarded under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, which prohibits any form of harm against them. Despite this, many continue to face severe threats from human interactions in California.
Federal authorities are investigating the decapitation of a California sea lion found on a Bodega Bay beach on Christmas Day, with a $20,000 reward offered for information.
Sea lions are protected under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, which prohibits any form of harassment or harm. Violating this law can lead to severe penalties.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing the decapitation incident, describing the suspect's appearance and the instruments used, illustrating a direct human threat to marine wildlife.
Despite protections, California sea lions are often victims of harassment, shootings, and cruel treatment, highlighting the ongoing challenges they face from human actions.
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